We seek a candidate with broad knowledge of and professional experience in public administration/tribal governance. College level teaching experience is required. Working with the MPA faculty team, this faculty member will engage in developing contemporary curriculum for the entire MPA program with specific responsibilities for the Tribal Governance Concentration. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues on a variety of governance assignments within the MPA program (e.g. advising, admissions, recruitment, and building community relationships) and across the college. MPA faculty are expected to maintain an active public service/scholarly agenda.

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctorate degree (Ph.D., D.P.A., D.B.A., J.D. will be considered) in any of the following fields OR a Master’s degree in any of the following fields coupled with a minimum of 7 years professional experience in working with Native American, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian tribal governments and/or communities. Degree fields: Public Administration or Public Affairs, Public Management, Public Policy, or other related fields (Ex. Public Health, Organizational Development, Political Science, Leadership Studies, Business Administration, Indigenous Governance, Economics, Community Development/Planning, Non-Profit Administration);

College level teaching experience;

Capacity to teach a variety of courses in the areas of public administration, tribal policy, and social science research methods with an emphasis on Native American, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian governments;

Professional experience working as a member of a team; and

Experience working with diverse and underrepresented populations.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience conducting applied research;

Experience mentoring and advising graduate students who are mid-career professionals; and

Optional: Student evaluations and/or letters of support from current and/or former students.

Reviewof complete applications begins November 8, 2013. We will continue to accept application materials until finalists are selected.

About the MPA program:

The Evergreen State College’s Master in Public Administration program provides high-quality professional education to students pursuing careers within government agencies, nonprofits, tribal governments, and research and advocacy organizations. We have hundreds of graduates of our program working in responsible positions throughout Washington State and the Northwest. Through our program they gained important knowledge and skills and learned how to be effective advocates for change.

Evergreen's MPA program is unique, due to our emphasis on social change and democratic governance, and the College's innovative approach to education. The cornerstones of an Evergreen education, graduate or undergraduate, include collaborative and interdisciplinary teaching and learning, narrative evaluations instead of grades, and an emphasis on experiential learning and engaged discussions encompassing diverse views.

Candidates are encouraged to visit our website to learn more about our unique program: www.evergreen.edu/mpa

The College reserves the right to extend searches or not offer positions advertised. As a condition of employment, persons hired must provide proof of identity and employment eligibility within three(3) days of beginning work. All position offers are contingent on funding. Persons with disabilities can receive accommodations in the hiring process by contacting the Faculty Hiring Coordinator. The Evergreen State College is an equal opportunity employer.